MARIJUANA TODAY

In recent years, there has been a sea-change in the perception of marijuana in many countries around the world. In some countries and U.S. states, it is now legal to use marijuana for medical and/or recreational purposes, while in others (such as Saudi Arabia), possession and use of marijuana is still a serious crime. Marijuana Today provides a fact-based, non-sensationalistic examination of the issues associated with marijuana. The series seeks to help students obtain a deeper understanding of marijuana—its chemical components, uses, and consumption methods; its growing medical applications; and its recreational usage, as well as societal views on the use of cannabis and increasing career opportunities in the field.

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In recent years, there has been a sea-change in the perception of marijuana in many countries around the world. In some countries and U.S. states, it is now legal to use marijuana for medical and/or recreational purposes, while in others (such as Saudi Arabia), possession and use of marijuana is still a serious crime. Marijuana Today provides a fact-based, non-sensationalistic examination of the issues associated with marijuana. The series seeks to help students obtain a deeper understanding of marijuana—its chemical components, uses, and consumption methods; its growing medical applications; and its recreational usage, as well as societal views on the use of cannabis and increasing career opportunities in the field.

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With much talk surrounding marijuana legalization in the United States, this informative series comes at just the right time. Instead of providing answers to the debate, the authors present current, credible information from numerous studies and reputable research, allowing readers to draw their own conclusions. With a highly international focus, information and perspectives on marijuana use, research, public opinion, and current levels of legalization are presented from numerous cultures around the globe. The biochemistry of both medical and recreational use is explained. Successful medicinal uses as well as the risks, side effects, and addictive properties of recreational use are discussed. Career opportunities in this burgeoning industry are also looked at in great depth. One unique feature of this series is educational videos, scannable by QR codes, that appear throughout, adding another element of support to the subject. VERDICT Thorough and balanced, this eye-opening account of a timely topic is an essential purchase.

In the past decade, public opinion regarding cannabis legalization has begun to change around the world. A growing number of countries have legalized the medical use of cannabis to treat pain, nausea caused by cancer and other diseases, and other medical conditions. Additionally, a small, but growing, number of countries have also legalized or decriminalized the use of recreational cannabis by adults. As the cannabis industry has grown, many new career opportunities have emerged in areas ranging from agriculture, scientific research, and marijuana dispensaries, to marketing, security, information technology, transportation, lobbying, and even tourism. Jobs are available around the world in countries that have legalized medical cannabis, recreational cannabis, or both. Growing Career Opportunities in the Marijuana Industry features information on more than twenty-five careers in the legal marijuana industry. You’ll also learn about typical education paths, the traits you’ll need to be a successful marijuana industry worker, salaries for marijuana industry workers, methods of exploring the career while in school, and much more. Growing Career Opportunities in the Marijuana Industry is just one of five fascinating titles in the Marijuana Today series. Readers will learn about medical and recreational marijuana, the benefits and harmful effects of using marijuana, the various legal marijuana products that are now available, what supporters and opponents of marijuana legalization have to say, and much more. Each title in this series includes color photos throughout, and back matter including: an index and further reading lists for books and internet resources. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities and expand their viewpoints through our content rich non-fiction books. Key Icons in this series are as follows: Words to Understand are shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions--building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in sports' history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each chapter. They challenge the reader’s comprehension of the chapter they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at

In recent years, there has been a sea-change in the perception of marijuana in many countries. In some countries and U.S. states, it is now legal to use marijuana for medical and/or recreational purposes, while in others, using marijuana is still a serious crime. Despite the growing acceptance of marijuana in some countries, many young people have questions about marijuana, such as: What is marijuana? How is it consumed? What is medical marijuana? What is recreational marijuana? How has public opinion about the use of marijuana changed in the last few decades? Marijuana in Society provides the answers to these and many other questions. It will provide you with a better understanding of marijuana and the issues facing patients, government officials, and the public. You’ll have the facts to decide what you believe and the facts to discuss it with others. Marijuana in Society is just one of five fascinating titles in the Marijuana Today series. Readers will learn about medical and recreational marijuana, the benefits and harmful effects of using marijuana, the various legal marijuana products that are now available, what supporters and opponents of marijuana legalization have to say, and much more. Each title in this series includes color photos throughout, and back matter including: an index and further reading lists for books and internet resources. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities and expand their viewpoints through our content rich non-fiction books. Key Icons in this series are as follows: Words to Understand are shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions--building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in sports' history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each chapter. They challenge the reader’s comprehension of the chapter they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each chapter as well and provide readers with suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. And a Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader’s knowledge and understandin

What’s the marijuana industry look like around the world? How are businesses, governments, and patients impacted by the laws of their lands? Is there really any proof that medical marijuana works? In Marijuana: Facts, Figures, & Opinions, we’ll answer these questions and more. We’ll explore everything you need to know about marijuana as an illegal drug, as a medicine, and as a business. We’ll take an in-depth look at how legalization is impacting states and countries that have legalized marijuana. Together, we’ll investigate the facts and evaluate the risks versus the rewards. This book won’t tell you what to think about marijuana. It won’t try to convince you that it’s safe or that it’s harmful—that it should be legal or not. It will simply give you the wide range of facts so that you can consider that for yourself. Marijuana: Facts, Figures, & Opinions is just one of five fascinating titles in the Marijuana Today series. Readers will learn about medical and recreational marijuana, the benefits and harmful effects of using marijuana, the various legal marijuana products that are now available, what supporters and opponents of marijuana legalization have to say, and much more. Each title in this series includes color photos throughout, and back matter including: an index and further reading lists for books and internet resources. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities and expand their viewpoints through our content rich non-fiction books. Key Icons in this series are as follows: Words to Understand are shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions--building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in sports' history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each chapter. They challenge the reader’s comprehension of the chapter they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each chapter as well and provide readers with suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. And a Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader’s knowledge and understandin

In some countries and U.S. states, recreational and/or medical marijuana has been legalized, although it is still illegal for children to use it (except for physician-recommended medical purposes). Marijuana has serious effects on the human brain and body, and it’s important for teens to know what the side effects are and how marijuana will affect them if they choose to use at as adults. Marijuana’s Harmful Effects on Youth provides information on the ways marijuana can negatively impact the human body. Topics include the differences between recreational marijuana and medical marijuana; how marijuana products (marijuana flower, oils, tinctures, edibles, etc.) affect each person differently; marijuana dependence and addiction; and much more. Marijuana’s Harmful Effects on Youth is just one of five fascinating titles in the Marijuana Today series. Readers will learn about medical and recreational marijuana, the benefits and harmful effects of using marijuana, the various legal marijuana products that are now available, what supporters and opponents of marijuana legalization have to say, and much more. Each title in this series includes color photos throughout, and back matter including: an index and further reading lists for books and internet resources. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities and expand their viewpoints through our content rich non-fiction books. Key Icons in this series are as follows: Words to Understand are shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions--building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in sports' history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each chapter. They challenge the reader’s comprehension of the chapter they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each chapter as well and provide readers with suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. And a Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader’s knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.

Once considered a dangerous drug, marijuana has now become recognized and accepted for its therapeutic benefits. From cancer to post-traumatic stress disorder, scientific studies have proven its medicinal value. We can better understand why it works and how it works. With these findings, many countries and states are moving toward legalization and approval for the treatment of several conditions. In The Benefits of Medical Marijuana, you’ll learn how various countries treat medical marijuana, studies that support its benefits for a wide variety of condition (and some that don’t), potential side effects of marijuana, and much more. As you learn more, you’ll have a better understanding of the issues facing patients, government officials, and the public. You’ll have the facts to decide what you believe and the facts to discuss it with others. The Benefits of Medical Marijuana is just one of five fascinating titles in the Marijuana Today series. Readers will learn about medical and recreational marijuana, the benefits and harmful effects of using marijuana, the various legal marijuana products that are now available, what supporters and opponents of marijuana legalization have to say, and much more. Each title in this series includes color photos throughout, and back matter including: an index and further reading lists for books and internet resources. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities and expand their viewpoints through our content rich non-fiction books. Key Icons in this series are as follows: Words to Understand are shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions--building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in sports' history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each chapter. They challenge the reader’s comprehension of the chapter they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each chapter as well and provide readers with suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. And a Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader’s knowledge and understandin